GN38613 Graphic shows a selection of international sporting events and sports people in the public eye in 2018.

International sports review of 2018

12/17/2018
Graphic News

December 31, 2018 -- A look back at some of the international sports events and personalities that made headlines in 2018. Key events included the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, and Russia’s successful hosting of the FIFA World Cup. Individuals hitting the heights included cross-country skier Marit Bjorgen, cyclists Geraint Thomas and Simon Yates, rising tennis star Naomi Osaka, golfers Patrick Reed and Brooks Koepka, marathon runner Eliud Kipchoge and F1 driver Lewis Hamilton.

Jan 28: Roger Federer wins 20th major title at Australian Open, beating Marin Cilic in five sets